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Bengals Eye Rebuild After Disappointing 6-11 Season

1/19/2026

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The Cincinnati Bengals endured a 2026 season with Joe Burrow injured and Trey Hendrickson missing 10 games, producing a 6-11 record.
The team missed the playoffs for the third straight year.
They may part with Hendrickson and consider re-signing Joseph Ossai, who performed well this season.
The team has $56.1 million in cap space and the 10th pick, enabling them to strengthen the pass rush and return to playoff contention.

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Story summary

The Cincinnati Bengals endured a 2026 season with Joe Burrow injured and Trey Hendrickson missing 10 games, producing a 6-11 record.
The team missed the playoffs for the third straight year.
They may part with Hendrickson and consider re-signing Joseph Ossai, who performed well this season.
The team has $56.1 million in cap space and the 10th pick, enabling them to strengthen the pass rush and return to playoff contention.